UConn Dominates Xavier in Big East Tournament Quarterfinals

The Huskies overcome an early deficit to secure an 87-60 victory, advancing to the semifinals.

UConn's balanced attack led by Tristen Newton and Donovan Clingan, each scoring 13 points and grabbing seven rebounds.
After trailing 10-0 at the start, UConn rallied to lead 34-33 at halftime before pulling away in the second half.
The Huskies set program records for shooting rate (58.3 percent) and assists (29) in a Big East Tournament game.
UConn to face St. John's in the semifinals, seeking its first Big East Tournament title since 2011.
Xavier, the ninth seed, was unable to sustain its early momentum, ultimately running out of gas.